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Microsoft 365 Apps uses Click-to-Run (C2R) packaging. There are five deployment options available, each with advantages and requirements:
- Self-install: With this option, users can self-deploy Microsoft 365 Apps on their workstations by using the Download link on the Microsoft 365 portal (https://portal.office.com).
- Deploy from the cloud with the Office Deployment Tool (ODT): Administrators can use Microsoft’s ODT to deploy Office from the Office CDN. In this scenario, administrators already have management of end user devices. An administrator can connect the client devices to the Office CDN using the ODT for distributing media. The ODT will allow IT administrators to manage Microsoft 365 App options such as languages, update channels, and selected products (for example, excluding Word or including PowerPoint).
- Deploy from a local source using the ODT: Using a local source for installation media, administrators can use their infrastructure to create a local source repository to store the latest Office updates and services. This reduces the need for managed endpoints to individually download files over the internet. The ODT is used to manage which configurations are delivered to endpoints.
- Deploy from a local source with Configuration Manager: Finally, if organizations have a current version of Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (formerly System Center Configuration Manager), they can use it to deploy and update Microsoft 365 Apps.
- Deploy from the cloud using Microsoft Intune: Microsoft’s recommended solution is to use Intune inside of Microsoft Endpoint Manager to deploy and manage Microsoft 365 Apps.
Once you have selected an update and servicing cadence for Microsoft 365 Apps, you’ll need to decide on how to deploy the software to endpoints, as well as any customization.